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Valley Craft Ales

2.0 star property
Riverfront lodge in Wilmington with free parking

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Interior detail
Front of property
Porch
Family Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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18 N Main St, Wilmington, VT, 05363
  • Place, Molly Stark State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, The Hermitage Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Raponda
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Wilmington

Harriman Reservoir is within 2 miles (3 km) of Valley Craft Ales while other popular attractions such as The Hermitage Golf Club are within 3 miles (5 km). This 10-room lodge welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a microwave in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • South Main Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Molly Stark State Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • The Hermitage Golf Club - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Lake Raponda - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Mount Snow - 14 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Brattleboro Station - 32 min drive
  • Springfield, VT (VSF-Hartness State) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Snow Republic Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wahoos Eatery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pizzapalooza & Beer Naked Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Squeeze - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Valley Craft Ales

Riverfront lodge in Wilmington with free parking
Guests of Valley Craft Ales enjoy free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and a communal living room. If you drive, take advantage of free parking.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Housekeeping fee: USD 45 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Valley Craft Ales?

Valley Craft Ales provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Valley Craft Ales?

This lodge is located in Wilmington, just steps from South Main Street and Jim McGrath Gallery and Studio, and within a short walk of North Branch Deerfield River. You'll also find Deerfield River and Green Mountain National Forest within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Valley Craft Ales?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Valley Craft Ales include a casino?

No, Valley Craft Ales doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Valley Craft Ales?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

Are there hot tubs at Valley Craft Ales?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Valley Craft Ales have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Valley Craft Ales doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Valley Craft Ales allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Valley Craft Ales.

Does Valley Craft Ales have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Valley Craft Ales?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Valley Craft Ales.

Reviews

Valley Craft Ales Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 176 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Brian

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I may have missed this because i used ORBITZ app - but had no idea rooms were above a bar - and that a live band would be playing from 7pm-just after 10 pm. The ear plugs provided can't hide bass and drum vibrations through floor and ceiling. room was small - OK for one night, but for two people, more than one night, don't do it! I'm OK with no TV or microwave, but a small fridge would've been nice. It's a "no contact" property, but some woman felt she needed to check if we belonged there after we came in (through the bar, the only way in)!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique stay. I really enjoyed it and would go back. Pictures are accurate. Bare bones, but great price. LOVED the town and area. Comfy bed. Small, but super clean hot water shower. Live music on the weekend - enjoy it!! - done fairly early. No big deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Trina

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not Worth It!!

Was expecting to have AC and the room does not come with AC even though there’s a thermostat in the room. Bed was AS HARD AS A ROCK! Regardless I slept well though my boyfriend did not. Room was very tiny. Looked bigger in the images I viewed of the room. Room DOES NOT have cups, utensils, microwave, mini fridge NOT EVEN A TV or mini fan because there’s no AC. Overall, if you’re just looking for a place where you’ll be in the room to just basically sleep then it might be for you. We will not re-book here. Oh and there’s no front desk or a sole around to ask for any extra pillows, towels, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After walking around the quaint town of Wilmington, we couldn't decide where to go for dinner. We went to the bar to taste test the beer and ended up ordering a pizza. The bartender gave us ice to take upstairs. The building is an older building and has many eccentricities. We loved staying here and will stay again if in the neighborhood.
toilet paper
Pizza
beers
view outside our window
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eugene

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Valley Craft Ales is an Old Mill turned into a Restaurant and Lodging location. It is conveniently located in downtown Wilmington, VT. There is no receptionist so you have to let yourself in with a computer code. You may find yourself approached by two aggressively barking midsize dogs, if you arrive after hours. If you do, don't panic, their barks are bigger than their bites. The rooms are comfortable,clean, quiet and pest free. There is a terrific River out back that can be seen and heard, from your window which is calmingp. You can even swim in it. Great ventilation. On the downside, we had sink faucet problems which were repaired after a few days.. We were told we would be refunded for those. .There is sn unswept rocky front stairway and a building exterior badly in need of some carpentry repair and a fresh coat of red paint. They have, on some evenings, guitar entertainment but it's low and nice background music in the room. They stop at 9:00 pm to not keep Lodgers up. It can be a super comfortable stay if they just fix some of the glitches. The need stairway Masonry to create a smooth sidewalk to the back River. The place has a LOT of promise. The dogs need a backyard. The Management was warm and friendly. Decent people . #####
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

ANDREW

Disliked: Cleanliness
i never got to even stay there because they never sent me the damn "passcode" to get in my room... if i had known about the whole "virtual thing" before i even made the reservation then i wouldn't have booked the reservation in the first place... i don't want to drive 4 hours to get there to find out that no one there knows the information needed to get me in my room... i waited until 3 PM which is way later than i wanted to just to see if they would respond to me giving me the door passcode,,, so they text it way after 3 and i had already forfeited the entire trip because i would be rushing at that point and speeding... not worth it.. ruins the whole happy vibe of a trip in the first place... they should have given me what i needed at the time that they billed me!!! so i lost 200$ and overall...lesson learned
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Do not stay here.

Did not stay and told manager we were not staying. Wanted money back and refused.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Buck

Disliked: Amenities
No tv No fridge no microwave No AC I know, it's my fault for not asking. I've gotten used to the "normal" amenities I will surely check from now on. The place was fairly clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bixby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A place to rest your head, no handicapped accessibility, not fancy but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Property is definitely unique! There is no front desk or check in; you get an email or text with the code to your door and your room number and that's it. Convenient, but nobody to talk to if you had any issues. The rooms are above the bar, and they frequently have live music, so be mindful of that. I will say that I stayed on a Saturday night and the music was done by 10:45pm, but you could still hear people at the bar and going in and out of the front door, and even people just coughing in the next room. It is a very old building, and they do supply you with ear plugs as they understand that noise is an issue. The beer was good, the pizza was good, so if you just need a bed for the night and don't mind noise, it's a fine place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An old mill converted into a brewery with rooms for rent - how could you go wrong?! Stayed here in a hiking a trip. Rooms are small, but for a place to stay while hiking it was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

TIMOTHY

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To warm in hot weather, very small room and shower, floor tilted
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mitchell

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible place to stay

The website indicates air conditioning. The thermostats did not work so no air conditioning. Other lighting was so bad I couldn’t see anything much but everything looked dingy and dirty. The bathroom sink was tiny and the second bathroom was across a public hall when it was represented as a two bathroom unit. It was so bad that we had to find another hotel to stay in. We did not stay in the room that was totally paid for. Complete waste of money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming and fun

The inn is above the brew pub/pizzeria, which is an old ski lodge, which is pretty rustic and very charming. Great deck over the river where you can enjoy pizza and beer. Quiet (when no live music, which is mostly), easy to access. Stairs, basic plumbing, nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exellent I love it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great time. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great time in Wilmington and enjoyed staying at Valley Craft Ales and eating their pizza
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

lakota

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique place to stay in southern VT. I did love my view overlooking the river. I can imagine it's a great place to stay in the summer, especially as a group if you're looking for local lodging close to hiking etc. I was there end of May, just before the start of the summer season apparently, and it was all but abandoned which was disconcerting to me. I arrived on a day when the restaurant and bar were closed (monday) and no staff were present. The place has a code lock on the front door for self check-in. It was completely dark and uninhabited when i arrived. Turns out (I learned from one of the owners that was present later that evening) I was one of 2 people staying in the whole place. Being in a town I've never been to before, travelling alone, this was not my ideal. Had I not arrived on a monday, the bar and restaurant would have been open though, and that would have likely felt very different. I would consider staying again under different circumstances because the place is very unique (building and antiques) and the owner was cool when I ran into him. But the whole place (especially windows, carpets and probably HVAC sys) could use a deep spring cleaning! 3 stars for cleanliness felt pretty generous but the bedding and bathroom were spotless and i'm giving the benefit of the doubt due to being off season.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an old rustic building that is also a Brewery/Restaurant/Music Venue. Very cool. Walk into town in a minute. If you are looking for a unique stay, this is it! If you are looking for Shiny new, bell hop, room service, pool, spa etc, this is NOT the place for you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A friend and I stayed 2 nights at Valley Craft Ale while we attended a 2-day golf school nearby. Neither of us is too particular about our accommodations, so we went with the lower price of the Valley Craft Ale, reassured by its "Excellent" rating. While the price was certainly right and having the pizza & ale house below is very convenient, the room was far from excellent. Our reservation was for one of the "family" rooms, which has 1 queen and 2 single beds. While the room was clean, the beds, chair, dresser, and rugs all had to be at least 20 years old. Both single beds sank in the middle, and the queen was extra firm. In addition, the thermostat did not control the excessive heat in the room. We were forced to open all the windows to cool the room (once we installed the temporary screens that were provided). Oh, and my bad, I neglected to notice in the room description that there was no TV in the room. I've stayed in many excellent hotels and this is not one of them.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025